Graduate Diploma in Infectious Diseases

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G

Units in this course have a practical emphasis enhanced by classes in the adjacent PathWest laboratories. The course is aimed at science-based and medical professionals intending to work in hospital diagnostic or research laboratories, medical clinics, government health departments and international agencies.

Designed for

Science-based and medical professionals

Structure

The course consists of units to a total value of 48 points.

Subjects

Infectious diseases

Standard entry requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) a relevant bachelor's degree1, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
And(b)(i) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent in the Level 3 units
Or(ii) at least three years of relevant full-time professional experience
Or(iii) evidence of adequate research outputs, as recognised by UWA.1A relevant bachelor's degree includes a Biomedical Sciences or Bachelor of Science in a biomedical or biological discipline, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Science, or a bachelor's degree in applied biomedical science or public health (medical technology, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and veterinary science).